Wednesday , 4 March 2026

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ECSSR to host UAE Education Forum 2026 in April

ABU DHABI / WAM The Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) said that it will organise the UAE Education Forum 2026 on 7th April, in partnership with several educational institutions, to discuss key transformations and opportunities in the UAE’s education sector. The forum aims to provide insights and recommendations to support education policy through strategic dialogue focused on …

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Mohammed bin Rashid approves appointment of Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Government Knowledge Exchange

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, approved the appointment of Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah as Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Government Knowledge Exchange. Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah previously served as Head of Government Services in the UAE Government, where he oversaw the development of government services across the …

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GCAA announces operation of exceptional flights at UAE airports, stresses importance of contacting airlines before proceeding to the airport

ABU DHABI / WAM The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the commencement of exceptional flight operations at UAE airports, enabling stranded passengers affected by recent regional developments to depart, in line with the schedules to be announced by airlines to affected passengers and the relevant destinations. The Authority urges passengers whose flights have been impacted not to proceed …

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Temporary closure of Nasdaq Dubai Monday, Tuesday

DUBAI / WAM The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced the temporary closure of Nasdaq Dubai, effective Monday, 2nd March 2026 and Tuesday, 3rd March 2026. Nasdaq Dubai is the international financial exchange based in the DIFC, providing a platform for regional and global investors …

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UAE accounts for 30% of Ecuador’s trade: Al Zeyoudi

ABU DHABI / WAM Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Ecuador marks a strategic milestone in advancing bilateral economic and trade relations in line with sustainable development priorities and deeper integration into global markets. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Al Zeyoudi noted that …

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UAE President receives phone call from President of North Macedonia to discuss regional developments

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Monday from His Excellency Hristijan Mickoski, Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, during which they discussed recent developments in the region. His Excellency Mickoski expressed his country’s condemnation of the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the territory of the UAE …

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President of Ecuador honours Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi with National Order of Merit

QUITO – ECUADOR/WAM Daniel Noboa, President of the Republic of Ecuador, has awarded H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, the National Order of Merit in the Grade of Grand Collar, during an official ceremony held at Carondelet Palace in Quito. The decoration was conferred recognition of His Highness’ contributions to deepening bonds …

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Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, President of Ecuador discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation, as Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement announced

QUITO – ECUADOR/WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived at Carondelet Palace in Quito, welcomed via an official reception ceremony, during which the national anthems of the UAE and the Republic of Ecuador were performed. H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed and President Daniel Noboa then reviewed the guard …

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Senior delegation from Abu Dhabi visits Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City to assure patients affected by regional incidents, reaffirming readiness of integrated healthcare system

ABU DHABI/WAM A senior delegation from Abu Dhabi has visited the Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) to check on the condition of individuals injured due to the regional events and reviewed the level of treatment services being provided to them. The delegation included Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Chairman of the …

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UAE Capital Market Authority announces closure of UAE capital markets effective Monday, until further notice

ABU DHABI/WAM In implementation of its supervisory and regulatory role over the UAE capital markets, and pursuant to the applicable laws and regulations, the UAE Capital Market Authority announces that the UAE capital markets, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM), will be closed effective Monday, 2 March 2026, and until further notice. The Authority …

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